February is shaping up to be one of the most exciting months on the global sporting calendar, a blend of international championships, Olympic drama, emerging talent platforms, and fierce team battles. From elite multi-sport spectacles to national title pursuits and rising stars across disciplines, fans will have non-stop action to follow.
At the heart of the month is the 2026 Winter Olympics, where thousands of athletes compete across ice and snow events in Milan-Cortina, showcasing some of the world’s greatest winter sport talent and creating unforgettable moments on the global stage.
Here’s a spotlight on the key sports events happening throughout February:
Asian Rifle/Pistol Championships (Feb 2-14)
The discipline’s continental showcase takes place in New Delhi, with shooters from across Asia vying for medals and momentum early in the season.
National Weightlifting Championships (Feb 3-14)
Top weightlifters battle for national honours, setting the tone for the year ahead in strength sports.
Badminton Asia Team Championships (Feb 3-8)
The elite continental team event unfolds in Qingdao, where Asia’s best women’s and men’s badminton teams compete in highly competitive ties. India, despite a strong lineup, exited in the quarter-finals.
Zagreb Open Ranking Series 2026 (Feb 4-8)
Wrestlers from around the world test their skills in Croatia as part of the UWW ranking series circuit.
Asian Indoor Athletics Championships (Feb 6-8)
Asia’s top indoor track and field stars converge to compete in high-intensity events over two days
Winter Olympics (Feb 6-22)
The world’s largest winter sports festival captivates audiences with skiing, skating, curling, hockey, and more, spanning over two weeks of elite competition.
2026 Para Badminton World Championships (Feb 7-14)
Para-badminton’s pinnacle event in Manama, Bahrain highlights top adaptive athletes from across the globe.
WTT Star Contender Chennai 2026 (Feb 10-15)
Table tennis stars clash in India’s table tennis hub in a world tour event full of fast-paced rallies and emerging talent.
ACC Women’s Asia Cup Rising Stars (Feb 13-22)
The next generation of women’s cricket talent competes in a continental cup, offering key competitive exposure and growth.
India Women’s Tour of Australia (Feb 15-Mar 5)
The Indian women’s cricket team embarks on a high-profile tour Down Under, challenging one of the sport’s strongest sides across formats.
WTT Singapore Smash (Feb 19-Mar 1)
Another major WTT table tennis event, drawing top-ranked players ahead of the spring season.
European Indoor Archery Championships (Feb 16-21)
Europe’s archery elite takes aim indoors to contest continental titles and push their precision skills.
Women’s EuroHockey Indoor Club Cup (Feb 20-22)
Top club-level hockey teams across Europe compete in fast and tactical indoor matches.
From snow-capped Olympic glory to continental crowns and national champion pursuits, February offers sport fans a rich tapestry of competition and stories worth following. Whether it’s precision shooting, Olympic speed skating, wrestling takedowns, or cricketing showdowns, there’s something for every fan this month.
